Join us for a volunteer workday at the Lemon Hill gateway in East Fairmount Park, in celebration of the annual Philly Spring Cleanup.
Join Fairmount Park Conservancy for a volunteer workday at the Lemon Hill gateway in East Fairmount Park on Saturday, April 11, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, in partnership with the Office of Clean & Green, Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, PHS, and Lemon Hill Neighbors Association for the Philly Spring Cleanup.
Lemon Hill is the historic birthplace of Fairmount Park, and this summer, it will make history again as the host of Philadelphia’s FIFA Fan Festival.
With Fairmount Park on the world stage this summer, Fairmount Park Conservancy and Comcast NBCUniversal are teaming up with local volunteers this spring to host a series of cleanups at the park’s entryway near Boathouse Row. Volunteers will help to remove invasive plants, add flowering shrubs, and prepare this space to welcome thousands of visitors from all over the world.
Volunteer projects include:
Fairmount Park Conservancy’s expert staff will provide tools, gloves, and guidance; no experience needed. Just bring your enthusiasm, Philly pride, and love for parks!
This event is part of the Lemon Hill Spring Cleanup Series presented by Comcast NBCUniversal.
MEET-UP LOCATION
Let’s meet across the street from the Lloyd Hall Recreation Center.
Look out for our green tent once you arrive at the location.
Please avoid leaving valuables visible in your vehicle.
EVENT SCHEDULE
- 9:00 AM — Volunteer check-in
- 9:15 AM — Welcome, project overview, and safety briefing
- 9:20 AM — Group photo
- 9:30 AM — Begin projects
- 11:45 AM — Wrap up and tool return
- 11:50 AM — Closing group photo
- 12:00 PM — Event ends
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
- Closed-toe shoes required (boots or sneakers — no sandals or flats)
- Long pants and sleeves strongly recommended
- Bring a reusable water bottle (refill stations provided)
- Gloves required — provided or bring your own
- Optional: hat and sunglasses
INCLEMENT WEATHER
This event will take place in light rain. In the case of heavy rain or severe weather, we will cancel and notify registrants.
Questions? Contact eduenas@myphillypark.org
Want to support Philly parks year-round?
Play it forward with Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Fair Play Campaign, strengthening park infrastructure and expanding people-centered programs. Learn more at fairplayphilly.org